12 Native Wears Every Naija Woman Must Have

I have discovered that some people do not know ‘jack’ about fabrics and their native wear wardrobe is as good as non- existing.

They wear blazers, suits, shirts, corporate dresses and pants to work during the week, tank tops and jeans on weekends. I am not just talking about people living abroad, but there are people like that in Naija too.

That’s why I have compiled a small list of staples I think every African woman should have in their closets for that traditional look to work on Fridays or to worship service on Sunday as well as any event that you didn’t get their Aso-ebi but still want to rock and slay them elegantly.

Black Gele

Guipure White lace iro and buba

Ankara Jacket

Ankara maxi/midi skirt

White Aso oke(onjawu)

Boubou

Silk and chiffon iro and buba

Ankara dress

Tulle lace fitted top and wrapper

Multi-coloured Aso oke

Adire skirt and blouse

Do you agree with the list? What would you add or remove?

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Yes that’s true. I am an Ibo / Ibibio and i would choose my trad wear over iro and buba. Plus with the boubou, not every one looks good in that. I think you can basically infuse in your wardrobe, some African prints, lace and so on without necessarily making it iro and buba….

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